1962 Fiat Cabriolet vs. 1972 Zastava 2101
To start off, 1972 Zastava 2101 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Fiat Cabriolet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Fiat Cabriolet would be higher. At 1,220 cc (4 cylinders), 1962 Fiat Cabriolet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 62 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Zastava 2101 weights approximately 70 kg more than 1962 Fiat Cabriolet.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1962 Fiat Cabriolet (94 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Zastava 2101. (87 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1962 Fiat Cabriolet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Zastava 2101.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Fiat Cabriolet | 1972 Zastava 2101 | |
| Make | Fiat | Zastava |
| Model | Cabriolet | 2101 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1972 |
| Engine Size | 1220 cc | 1198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2430 mm |
